What is a Certificate of Authenticity?

A certificate of authenticity (COA) is a seal on a proprietary artwork,
it works as an authentication for artwork done. The certificate is given to
Artwork or posters of authenticity with signed and sealed by a reputable
appraiser or auction house.

COAs are most common in the art world. COA goes through a detailed
process of art like when and how it was produced, the names of people or
companies involved in the artwork’s production, the work’s title, the art
dimension, and the names of reference books, magazines, or similar resources
that contain either specific or related information about either that work of
art or the artist. The COA should also state the qualifications and full
contact information of the individual or entity that authored the certificate
with his or her complete and current contact information.

At the time of selling it needs Certificate of Authenticity and in that
the package to be sent to the collector who has purchased the work.

Painting Bazaar will provide you with a template to use, or you’re welcome to create your own. The template will be emailed to you within the same email as your shipping documents.

A Certificate of Authenticity is a signed document proving the
authenticity of the work and containing details about the artwork for the
collector’s reference. This document needs to be on the inside of your box
alongside your artwork.

If creating your own Certificate of Authenticity, make sure that it
contains the following information: